Thread: Unknown Vintage Bandsaw Help Request

Good Afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen

On behalf of a good mate, I have the following request for assistance please.
My friend was gifted this bandsaw from a 97 year old cabinet maker in Perth. He picked it up today, but there are no details of the manufacturer.
He is hoping to determine;
-The year and country of origin of manufacture
-The manufacturers details
-A copy of an owners manual (big ask there I reckon)
-Any other details welcome

The base is an addition to raise the height. There is a counterweight for the tensioning system. The green blade guards are wooden and appear to have been added, maybe as a update to safety.
It looks as though it was originally powered by a remote pulley systems, and then upgraded to an aftermarket electric motor.
The major components are cast, and painted black, I think updated with the green paint.
There is no manufacturer details within the casting and no specification plate.

My friend intends to refurbish it

Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated, we know nothing at this stage

Thank you

Sincerely
Willy
Jarrahland